Politics & Influence: A leaked Kremlin plan claims Russia wants to remake Central Europe’s power map around a “Vienna Agreement” linking Austria, Hungary and Slovakia, using social media campaigns, disinformation and sabotage to replace the Visegrád Group. EU Watch: The EU is set to propose a 21st sanctions package targeting Russia-linked firms and financial/energy/military supply networks, including entities in India and China. Local Governance: Petržalka will take over building two permanent footbridges over Chorvátske rameno (Draždiak and Lachova), replacing postponed city plans due to funding gaps. Tech & Telecom: Slovak Telekom plans to discontinue the Digi TV brand by merging Digi Slovakia into the parent company from 1 September. Arts & Culture: Bulgarian Cultural Institute exhibitions are now running across Slovakia, including “Ancient Treasures of Bulgaria” in Bratislava and Ivan Todorov’s “Home” at the institute. Film & Animation: “9 Million Colours,” a Slovak-linked stop-motion short, is screening at Anifilm in Liberec after premiering at Annecy. Music: Show Me The Body share “Eat For Peace,” from their upcoming album Alone Together, with a video shot during their Brooklyn self-defense training sessions. Transport/Business: Audi unveiled the third-generation Q7 (built in Bratislava), with new design, tech and seating options.